Minors and Juvenile Protection

Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) offers immigration relief to certain children who have suffered abuse, neglect, or abandonment by one or both parents. This legal provision ensures these vulnerable children can obtain lawful permanent residency in the U.S. Eligibility criteria include dependency on a juvenile court, the child's best interest not being served by returning to their home country, being under 21 years old, and eligibility for a green card. SIJS is crucial for providing these children with a stable future in the U.S., and it is advisable to seek guidance from an experienced immigration attorney to navigate the application process effectively.